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The Amityville Horror

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Horror Fiction Fantasy Mystery & Thriller Classics

by Jay Anson

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3.82 (81K ratings)
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description 315 pages

The Amityville Horror by Jay Anson holds a well received rating of 3.82 out of 5, based on 81K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 315 pages.

About The Amityville Horror

28 Days of Terror in a House Possessed by Evil SpiritsIn December 1975, the Lutz family moved into their dream home, the same home where Ronald DeFeo had murdered his parents, brothers and sisters just one year earlier.the psychic phenomena that followed created the most terrifying experience the Lutz family had ever encountered, forcing them to flee the house in 28 days, convinced that it was possessed by evil spirits.Their fantastic story, never before disclosed in full detail, makes for an unforgettable book with all the shocks and gripping suspense of The Exorcist, The Omen or Rosemary's Baby, but with one vital difference...the story is true--back cover

Detail Value
Author Jay Anson
Published 1977
Pages 315
Genres Horror, Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller, Classics
Average Rating 3.82 / 5.00
Total Ratings 80,959

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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81K ratings
With a rating of 3.82, The Amityville Horror is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.82
This Book
3.96
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Amityville Horror?

The Amityville Horror is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Amityville Horror worth reading?

Based on 81K reader ratings, The Amityville Horror has an average score of 3.82 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Amityville Horror?

The Amityville Horror has 315 pages.

Who wrote The Amityville Horror?

The Amityville Horror was written by Jay Anson. It was first published in 1977.

What is the ISBN for The Amityville Horror?

The ISBN-13 for The Amityville Horror is 9780553116600.0.

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